PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

TouchPoint

We are hiring immediately for full-time and part-time PATIENT OBSERVATION ASSISTANT positions.

Address: Ascension Saint Vincent - 3700 Washington Avenue Evansville, IN 47714

Note: Online applications are accepted only.

Schedule: Full-time and part-time schedules. Days and hours may vary, with availability to work every other weekend. Further details will be provided upon interview.

Requirement: Availability to work between 2 locations and a valid drivers license.

Perks:

• Willing to train
• Fixed Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

If serving others is in your blood and you thrive on helping people heal, TouchPoint is the place for you. As part of Compass Healthcare, we care deeply for people, build belonging, and serve with detail, quality, and excellence to set the stage for healing.

We are TouchPoint Support Services, and our mission is to serve up hospitality for patients, families, and visitors at Ascension Health hospitals across the U.S. From meals to facilities to patient support, our work creates moments that matter. This takes a big heart, a commitment to do the right thing, and the belief that together we can achieve more than we ever could alone. We empower and uplift each other, grow in our careers, and have fun while supporting the mission to improve the health of the poor and vulnerable.

We asked some of our associates why they love working for Touchpoint. Click here to see what they said.

Job Summary

Provides visual and audible observation of assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and unit manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Visually and audibly monitors the assigned patients condition and behavior at all times.
• Completes observation reports at established intervals.
• Takes initiative in compassionately rendering service or responding to needs.
• Interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
• Remains at the bedside of assigned patients at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors.
• Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when the patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.
• Assures the patient environment is safe and reports any safety hazards to the charge nurse.
• Removes visible hazards and reports as appropriate.
• Assists in calming and/or reorienting the patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Assists with keeping patients rooms safe and orderly.
• Accompanies patients when diagnostic testing is required.
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance, control, or other nursing interventions or exhibits unusual behavior or verbalizations.
• Immediately reports any potentially dangerous behavior or concerning conversations to the nurse.
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information and behavior about assigned patients when arriving on the unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
• Arranges coverage around meal break times with the nurse and informs the nurse prior to leaving the patient for any reason.
• Assists patients with ordering dietary trays and setting up of patients meal trays.
• Assists with basic positioning of patients.
• Assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and the gait has been previously determined safe by assigned staff nurses.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, etc.
• Accepts suggestions and direction from supervisors and hospital staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Honors department attendance, break, behavior, dress, personal hygiene, and safety codes.
• Honors all confidentiality and other regulatory requirements.
• Accepts and absorbs department and hospital education programs.
• Assists other associates as necessary.
• Responds to direction as provided.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR/AED or basic life support healthcare provider BLS-HCP certification required within 30 days of hire if required at the facility.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.
• Requires bending, stooping, reaching, up, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• One to two years of previous experience is preferred.

Benefits

Associates at Touchpoint are offered many fantastic benefits, including:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including:
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

About Compass Group

Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry, Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Disclaimer

This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Application

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

TouchPoint maintains a drug-free workplace.